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Strategic Account Executive - National Accounts

Fortis Fire & Safety
Location
Schaumburg, IL
Posted
19 days ago
Department
800001 / Sales
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
  • Minimum of 5 years of successful B2B sales, business development, strategic account management, or national account experience
  • Demonstrated success selling solutions within fire protection, life safety, security, HVAC, facility services, building systems, construction services, or related industries
  • Proven ability to generate new business opportunities and build a pipeline through proactive prospecting and relationship development
  • Experience managing and growing strategic or national accounts with annual revenues of $2 million or more
  • Successful track record of engaging executive-level decision-makers and navigating complex sales cycles
Nice to have
  • Existing relationships within commercial real estate, healthcare, education, industrial, logistics, property management, or facilities management sectors
  • Experience selling to multi-site or enterprise-level organizations
  • Familiarity with ServiceChannel, FM systems, CMMS platforms, or similar facility management software
  • Knowledge of inspection, testing, maintenance, compliance, and deficiency management processes
  • Experience supporting national account programs across multiple branches or service territories.
What the job really is

The Strategic Account Executive - National Accounts at Fortis Fire & Safety is responsible for driving new business growth by identifying and securing national and regional account opportunities. This role involves building executive-level relationships, conducting discovery meetings, and presenting tailored solutions to meet customer needs across various sectors such as commercial real estate and healthcare. The position requires significant travel and offers performance-based incentives in addition to a base salary.

Benefits
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Additional paid time off for life events (e.g., jury duty, bereavement)
  • Competitive compensation
  • 401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Things to weigh
  • Travel of up to 50% is required, which may impact work-life balance.
  • The role is an individual contributor position with significant visibility, which may come with pressure to perform.
  • Compensation includes performance-based incentives, but the base salary range is not specified beyond $100,000 to $130,000.
  • The job may require physical activities such as lifting up to 75 lbs and working in varying climates.
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